Can a judge deny expungement due to failed UA's, even if there is no revocation or hearing?

The short answer is "yes." Technically, expungement requires "successful completion of probation," which recent case law has expanded to have the...

I have 3 OWI convictions. All in the State of Wisconsin before 1982. Would my next one be considered a fourth or a first?

Just to clarify Attorney Witt's answer: OWI offenses don't "drop off" one's record ever. It's just that the law in Wisconsin says all offenses...

Would that be grounds to get another attorney. Plus was told by attorney my case is simple and don't need time to prep for trial

Sure, you can theoretically hire your own attorney. But while the concept of an OWI may well be complex, the elements are fairly simple: 1.) You...

So, a scheduling conference is just a hearing set for the parties to come in and say "Ok, here's what we want to set this for moving forward,"...

What do I do next?

So, first of all, if all that you've said is true (and I don't doubt it is, but don't elaborate because this is a public forum), at this exact...

So, first, you note that this is a FEDERAL crime, not a state crime; if that's not in error, my answer is going to be totally irrelevant because...

A "body warrant" is a warrant to require someone's appearance in court. It gets thrown out once she appears in front of a judge, and bail will be...

Can you? It's certainly possible. WILL you? I wouldn't bet money on it, frankly. Yes, addiction is 100% a disease in my opinion, ESPECIALLY when...

Can the 20 year old go to jail if he dating a 15 year old?

Well, that depends. If they want to charge him under 940.225(1)(a) because of the pregnancy, it's first-degree sexual assault -- a Class B felony...

Is expungement available in Wisconsin

I can't think of any substance-related forgery charges that are misdemeanors, so if it's a felony, it can't be expunged. If it's a misdemeanor AND...